Breaks down the following myths, explaining why each is false:
Myth #1: Runners don’t need to resistance train.
There are ate least 5 good reasons why this is not true!
Myth #2: Machines are just as good as free weights.
Isolation is not athletic, does not build muscle-nervous system connections.
Myth #3: Yoga and Pilates “count” as resistance training.
Unless you gain weight to add resistance, no.
Myth #4: Super-slow training is valuable.
Doesn't recruit enough muscle, asynchronous recruitment.
Myth #5: Runners should avoid heavy weights and dynamic lifts.
And more, about how lifting will make runners bigger or interfere with training.
http://www.ericcressey.com/five-resistance-training-myths-in-the-running-world
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